Deportivo intensifies push for La Liga promotion after dramatic finish against Cádiz. In the Cádiz vs Deportivo match, a decisive late goal and a controversial penalty determined the outcome. Both teams are competing for key spots in LaLiga Hypermotion. The encounter featured a series of red cards and intense competition.
In one of the most intense matches of LaLiga Hypermotion's 39th round, Deportivo and Cadiz once again found themselves at the center of attention. The clash at Riazor ended dramatically: just minutes before the final whistle, Cadiz managed to equalize thanks to a spectacular goal by Tabatadze in the 85th minute. Deportivo twice took the lead during the game but failed to hold onto their advantage.
At the end of the match, emotions ran high. Cultural salvaged a draw in stoppage time, while Cadiz missed their chance to win by not converting an opportunity in the 93rd minute. In a parallel game, Deportivo clinched victory over Leganes after a controversial penalty in the 104th minute, which was saved by goalkeeper Ferlyo. Zakaria, Noe and Juan Cruz scored in this match, and in the final minutes, the referee handed out several red cards.
Lineups and refereeing
The main referee for the match was Arcediano Monescillo, with Caparros Hernandez in charge of VAR. On the bench for Cadiz were Victor Aznar, Sergio, Caicedo, Jorge Moreno, Diakité, Kouame, De la Rosa, Ocampo, Davda, Domina, Rocher and Lucas Perez. For Deportivo—German Parreño, Dani Barcia, Arnau Comas, Escudero, Noe, Jose Ángel, Charlie Patino, Riki, Zakaria, Cristian Herrera and Mulattieri.
Tournament situation
Deportivo, under Hidalgo's management, is enjoying its best run of the season—nine matches unbeaten. After Eibar's slip-up, the team is accelerating its efforts in the promotion race and is contending for the title of best team in the second half of the championship. Despite an improvement in their play, Cadiz continues its winless streak—in the last round, the team drew with Cultura, missing out on three points at the very end.
Ahead of the decisive rounds
In the upcoming rounds, eight teams will fight for survival, and for most clubs, potential relegation would be a significant economic and social blow. In the next match, Deportivo may change its starting lineup: Diego Villarés is expected to return, and Barcia is also vying for a spot in the starting eleven. Eight Deportivo players are at risk of suspension due to an excess of yellow cards.
Key details of the match
Deportivo started with Ferlo, Ximo, Nubi, Loureiro, Qualyatta, Villarés, Mario Soriano, Alti, Yeremay, Lusimi, and Nsongo. Cadiz began the match with David Gil, Juan Diaz, Pelayo, Kovacevic, Climent, Ortuño, Joaquin, Alex, Suso, Antonito, and Álvaro García Pascual. Before the game, Cadiz fans gave the team a vibrant welcome, underlining the game's status as a 'final' for both sides.
Historically, Deportivo has rarely been successful in Cadiz: in 14 visits in Primera and Segunda, the team has won just once—back in 1993. Last season, Deportivo achieved a convincing victory at the Mirandilla stadium (2:4), but overall, the statistics are not in their favor.
The Cádiz vs Deportivo match became one of the key events of the round, shaping the standings in the race for promotion to La Liga and for survival. The game was broadcast live on television and online.
